Want to know more about me?
I’m Vernessa Taylor . . . entrepreneurial minded, and happy to both share and learn.
I believe love is a force, prosperity is more than money, and the pursuit of excellence yields abundant fruit.
Here, on this blog, I share my opinions, perambulations, journeys of various sorts, some loud rants . . . Sit down, have a cup of your favorite beverage (I like coffee!), and chat with me.
Things That Matter
Things that matter. A tag cloud of topics I’ll get around to writing about, which includes a few items I’ve already written about.
A few things about me
I’m getting real personal because I try hard not to get personal at all online. Change is good.
Fiercely loyal.
Love a good laugh.
Quirky dry sense of humor.
Devour books.
6 grand-sons, 1 grand-daughter, and 1 great-niece.
I like hyphens.
Like spreadsheets, numbers, and problem-solving.
Like words, proofreading, and problem-solving.
Occasionally write poetry.
Almost always misspell ocassionally.
Hate stupidity, will work with ignorance.
Persistent, tenacious, determined . . .
Would rather have the answer.
Will find an answer.
Sometimes a people person.
Hardly ever a people pleaser.
Will go against the grain.
Linux user, computer tinkerer.
Night hawk, sleeps odd hours.
Like good customer service.
Give good customer service.
Hard working.
A bit athletic (can still shoot hoops!)
Love entrepreneurship.
Really believes “a mind is a terrible thing to waste.”
Enamored of colophons. Get yourself one.
Worship God.
Follow me on Twitter (@VernessaTaylor) if you’re so inclined.
For Love of The Word
I love to read the written word. Paper-based or digitally delivered.
I’ve probably been subliminally participating in Helio’s 52 Books in 52 Weeks; at any reason, he’s inspired me to actually write the reviews of all the books I read, not just plan to write them. 
Favorite authors include Michael Crichton, John Grisham, amongst others. What I’ve neglected in recent years are some of the tales written by African American authors, which I plan to rectify.
I also read books from Project Gutenberg, online as well as will download them and read them at the computer. And if that’s not enough digital reading, I’ve taken to picking up digital versions of books from Google, not only because they’re cheaper, but, well, because I don’t mind reading at the computer. The last one was Parliamentary Procedure!
Just Talkin’
I don’t think I talk too much but sometimes I have a lot to say . . .
Discussions from my CoachNotes blog
Comments
- Comment on All Sales Are Final. (Your Refund Policy Sucks!) by Vernessa Taylor
Hi Mitch, You know it is amazing how some companies will follow the (hopefully OLD) paradigm of the insurance industry: Deny! Deny! Deny! Affiliate companies operating through large advertising networ … - Comment on All Sales Are Final. (Your Refund Policy Sucks!) by Vernessa Taylor
Hi Adam, I agree that the possibility exists for abuse of a liberal refund policy. I haven't done any study of it but small businesses might be at risk when it comes to high-ticket items (or serv … - Comment on Vending: An Economic Development Strategy for Local Small Business Success by Vernessa Taylor
Hey Mitch, That's why we never say never! LOL Depending where you enter in, vending can be an expensive proposition (or not). I know veterans in NY whose cost are significantly lowered because th … - Comment on All Sales Are Final. (Your Refund Policy Sucks!) by Jeevanjacobjohn
Hey Vernessa, :) Yeah, I have been working on guest blogging a lot (I started a new blog, so need an uplift :D). Yes, of course. When you do business, it is important to place customer satisfaction ab …
Snippets of conversations from some blogs I visit
- Re: How To Install myBB Forum Software Onto Your Server
Hi Danny,Very nice write-up on MyBB installation. It really is a breeze to install. Your tutorial will definitely give someone confidence to get it up and running.I've set it up a few months ago … - Re: Why Anita Campbell is a Royal Subject
Hi Joel,I left this comment over on BizSugar but thought I should leave it at the source, too.Your Royal Franchise Tip is on the money, so to speak. :) It's a beautiful thing to give credit where … - Re: Check Your Linked Profile for Skills and Expertise
Hi Lynn, that was a helpful tip. I've not listened to any video from you before so it also nice to hear your voice! :)I think I got that email from LinkedIn. Now that you've mentioned it, I …
There’s a running litany of these over on the Updates page, if you’d like to see more, or better yet, join a conversation!
New York, New York!
I’m a native New Yorker (yep, born, raised, then transplanted to the country of my mama’s youth) …
I have a page here that’s a small tribute to the Fallen Heroes of September 11, 2001, the survivors and their families.
I still love the subway and will ride it just to hear the clackety-clack, roar through tunnels, go from underground to overground and back again …
Yellow cabs in Manhattan, anyone?
Creatively Yours
Occasionally, I tinker with the piano and keyboard but you wouldn’t want to suffer through it!
Message music gets me going . . . (somebody else playing, somebody else singing)
Yes, a picture is worth a thousand words. I like to do my own graphics, so that probably adds up to about 400. I’m a fan of Hiking Artist who freely shares his original illustrations; I’ve used many of them in articles on my small business blog.
Acted in a few plays Off-Broadway. No, I mean, waaaaay, way, way off Broadway! Even helped write a few. Somewhere I have a collection of unpublished poetry but greatly enjoy contributing a word in the Random Twitter Poetry game sponsored by Wanderer Thoughts.
On Entrepreneurism
Can I leave off without saying something about entrepreneurism? I think not!
Place your favorite statistics about entrepreneurs, small business, micro-business, women-owned enterprises, youthful start-ups, baby boomer business owners . . . [HERE]. Ok, good.
In the same way a phoenix is compelled to rise from the ashes, I am compelled to answer the calling of entrepreneurship emanating from deep within me. My answer to that call renders me a lifestyle entrepreneur, and satisfies my need to barter and negotiate, problem-solve, and work on behalf of like-minded small business owners.
People, Places, Things
Technology.
Focus.
Smart business.
Technology that moves you along in the direction of your goals, in an unobtrusive manner, with you at the center of its raison d’etre. I mainly use the WordPress blogging platform, formerly liked Joomla for content management (but not so much these days), and I’m trying out the Concrete5 CMS. I simply love Linux and the concept of open source software because getting your work done without killing your pocketbook — or hamstringing you because your wallet isn’t fat — is a desirable outcome.
Also on my list of favorites: People with a commitment to something bigger than themselves, with a healthy outlook, a smart approach, and awareness that they have a voice that matters. For those wonderful ones in my virtual world, you’ll know who they are because I link to them often.
What Else?
I’m sure this is more than you ever wanted to know about me. But if you’re here — at this point on this page — maybe you’re ready to engage in conversation.
Comment on an article. Share a thought on books we have in common. Take a poll. Or use the avenues below to get in touch. I’d love to hear from you!
